ABOARD THE WORLDS MOST LUXURIOUS TRAIN - BLUE TRAIN SA
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- We got to experience The Blue Train... one of the most luxurious over night trains in the world.
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Day 303 // 7th December 2015
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How much did it cost?
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Guys you two should also try the MAHARAJA EXPRESS and PALACE ON WHEELS of India.....believe me, it would be a much better experience than this 😁
My dad worked for the South African railways and sold the first ever ticket for the Blue Train, this was in the days before Internet and online booking.
how cool!
The Blue Train as it is known today is from 1946, it was not called the blue train before that.
Eric Solo that is awesome man
Ah that's so cool!
My dads dad was the first to clean it😊
Being on a train like that, I think I'd feel compelled to dress up for every meal.
agree Smiley
Exactly what I thought. Makes me sad seeing him wearing a T-shirt on these lovely train journeys.
When dressing in a more presentable way one finds that the stewards and attendants tend to be a tad more attentive.
They appreciate that little extra effort a "guest" has made to match the ambiance of the train and show a gesture of respect for their hard work in providing such excellent service.😉
At 8:00 to they just got done banging
They actually request you to dress up on that train for dinner. I took it last year and there is always some slob who "wont be told what to do"
It is a beautiful and luxurious train in South Africa. I did this trip in June 2017. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. It was very relaxing. We boarded at 08:00 in the morning and arrived the next day around 18:00 in Cape Town. It is expensive, but a very worthwhile memory. In June 2019, I did the Rovos Rail trip from Pretoria to Cape Town. This train travels slower, so it is a 2 night and almost 3 day trip to Cape Town, with two excursions, the one in Kimberley and the other one in Matjiesfontein. Rovos Rail is proudly South African and for sure the pride of Africa. I think each of these trains is in their own class and a very worthwhile memory. I love trains and I loved how vibrant and energetic this video was made. It brings back lovely memories.
The answer to the silverware question is... Start from the outside... work your way in... Your server will then remove or add silverware... Depending on what course you are in... Easy.
joe24642 yup thats what I learned from Titanic 😂
Why would Millenial Yuppies know that?
@@Mrbeahz1 Because we don't spend stupid money on useless silverware, my generation was smart enough to realize you can use the SAME spoon for soup AND cereal, who would of thought?
@@GODOFWAR11011 Because etiquette and tradition is a thing?
@@chrissequioa4376 Who cares about etiquette and tradition though
Now this is the way to travel. So posh. Thank you as always for taking us along with you via your vlogs. They're awesome. Safe travels and Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Those flamingos were amazing! Looked like a really nice time!
So jealous, that looked absolutely amazing
My hubby and I won our honeymoon to Cape town flight there and Blue train back to JHB. This was amazing and 23yrs ago this past October.
You spiteful old hag!
@@iagoporto5522 The fuck?
The most exciting part of the whole trip was watching the two of you enjoying and appreciating one another. Do keep it up.
The train looks so amazing! Merry Christmas!
I’ve been watching so many of your old videos and I’m obsessed
OMG that train journey looks AMAZING
This was an amazing travel Blog, we are booking for our next trip in South Africa 🇿🇦 and the Blue Train because of your blog. Definitely the way a travel blog should be thanks, keep em coming
That brought back memories. I had the berth with a bath in the bathroom. So, apart from all the other delights of the train, I had a bath while travelling. Between Pretoria and Jo'burg the steward gave me a tour of the unoccupied three-room suite in the centre of my carriage. In 1991, there wasn't the pre-trip lounge at the station. If I remember correctly, this train has the corridor on the western side, so that the hot sun doesn't strike directly into the compartments. I still use the Victorix pen-knife, with its Blue Train logo, which I bought in the lounge car.
OMG everything is absolutely immaculate, gorgeous and luxurious but still almost feels quaint. It's the tinyness of the train made as luxurious as possible. Would absolutely put this on my bucket list of things to do.
I love Trains so much. Ever since I watched Anastasia as a kid I've always just wanted to ride on a train for days like that. Would be so awesome.
I hope you'll be able to do it one day ^^
Lovely video and look as if you throughly enjoyed this. Well presented.
I have to try this when I go back to S.A
thanks guys..
Thanks for the nice trip and wish you a pleasant times .
Wow just seeing the video i felt like i’m back in the 20’s - 40’s!! This is how trains were like and the food as well!! I’m really surprised i didn’t expect these trains actually exist
Really enjoyed your video. That experience looks amazing. I would love to visit South Africa.
Aww you guys are amazing together ❤️
i totally loved how excited you guys were, i was feeling it too!
So excited! So good! So comforty! So much love blue eyes blonde hair (pretty teeth) women!
Nice train. Great that you have been able to get up to date with the vlogs. Hope you are having a nice Christmas
Thank you for that! Great vlog. Enjoyed it very much.
looked liked you had the best time ever! 👍 Nice!
I loved the Blue Train and some wonderful stops. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Awesome video! Hope you all are having a great holiday!
quarantine made me watch this hahahah
Well finally I am jealous! I must have been so much fun for you two. :)
Binge watching your videos ahhhhh so good!
Good video! Like your channel very much. Kudos to both of you for your dedication and hard work.
Love your Visio! Just evolve as I see that's going on
How fun is that train!!!! I would love to ride it just once!!
it seems SO cozy!
Awesome! Thanks for the ride!
Wonderful video. I need a vacation post Covid lockdown. I have wanted to visit South Africa for years.
Maybe this will be the years.
keep in mind, this is only one of the most luxurious trains in the world. The number 1 luxury train in the Southern Hemisphere is actually the Rovos Rail "Pride of Africa".
How awesome is that! Definitely on my bucket list.
That was fun. Merry Christmas to the two of you.
I really enjoyed this video. Many thanks.
Y'all are adorable!
I liked the 2 drinks. Especially the one with the green leaves. Oh yeah 😍
The scenery is definitely reminiscent of Australia and the Kimberley hole of Mt Gambier’s Blue Lake. Looks like a great train ride though- I am putting it on my bucket list!
One minute into the video and I get the feeling you're very excited 😂😂😂
i love the nostalgic way of travelling.
those blue eyes 😍😍
Guys, you are awesome! I love your energy, good mood....keep doing a great job! ;)
For Christ's sake, lose the stretched out t-shirt. You look like a punk.
Beautiful woman, lucky guy and great trip 😀
Beautiful team thank u from Egypt
Ali Kamal تيم إيه ياعم الحاج
you both are so lovely. i enjoyed your videos. keep watching one by one. and congrats to become a parents. good job Mate💪
5:08 From the outside to within for each dish / course.
Nice Video ! Good presentation and certainly Good Presenters !
Heard about this train but definitely got my attention after this, looks amazing! Need to add this to my list. I suggest try the Orient Express. It was the most fun because of the compulsory formal wear for the entire journey, - pack several formal wear. The party atmosphere at the bar was memorable where at the end of the evening passengers who were strangers at first were singing and dancing the night away like old friends. Only downside was the shared loo and no shower! You only have a wash basin in the room and the bunk beds config is not great if it's a romantic getaway. The Maharaja Express from New Delhi is perfect for a romantic and less formal experience. It was over the top luxury (every morning I was showered with flower petals and red carpet!), daily amazing excursions (a safari, Taj Mahal to name a few), amazing food by a renown Indian chef on board to cook whatever you want and the luxury cabin with spacious toilet and shower. The only downside is the train rocks more than any western railway and do ask for a room to the middle of the train if you want a good night sleep! The Hiram Bingham train in Peru takes you from historic Cusco to Machu Picchu is the luxury alternative to hiking to the gates of the site. While hike when you can champagne it up and back down again after seeing awesome Machu Picchu. Again fun atmosphere at the bar. I only wish it was longer. My next trip is the Canadian Rockies then back to India on the Golden Chariot. Now I've seen this video, this is now on my hit list. Thanks
I've also done the 20hr train journey from Nairobi to Mombasa (it is dubbed the lunatic express by the locals)! It was something I would NOT like to experience again but glad I tried it once before they start running the new Chinese-built railway line which will take the whole journey only 4hrs). Did feel like a lunatic on the journey. The best thing was the wildlife as it went through a national park as a very slow pace.
MaRDI Kane+ I disagree. I took that train from Mombasa to Nairobi and had a great time. What helped was my 40 oz bottle of whiskey which I shared with a Swiss doctor who was in Africa to study tropical diseases. In the morning we had a great English breakfast in a mahogany diner car with window open to take photos of the wild life. Good times.
I bet you didn't watch television or obsess about 'pastries and snacks'
Mardi Kane I
Thank you!!! So fun travelling with you🎉🚅🍷😍
We really appreciate you coming along with us :)
I did enjoy this video ❤️
I'm 4yrs late but the drink he had was a mojito. Beautiful train and scenery. Well now be subscribing.
ok that trip is going on my bucket list after i finish all the amtrak long distance routes
Why would anyone want to watch when they are travelling through such magnificent countryside!
oooooooo lookin forward to this >>>>>>
Been on this train - it's spectacular !
around CAD1900 per person
Try Maharaja express in india.... put it on ya bucket list....
gonna be amazing
That looked so amazing xxx
that looked sooo AMAZING. How. lucky where u.?? Lol.
I would hv bout lived in those robes too! Lol. And those beds did look so comfy.
Oh my word I nearly jumped when they said Kimberley. I stay in Kimberley. The city of diamonds. New subbie.🤗🤗🤗
This video is awesome!
Bringing down the experience for others in that t shirt my friend
Great trip. FYI on table etiquette - cutlery - you always start from the outside and work in on cutlery. You had a fish knife there as well. Cheers and rock on guys.
Hi Klynn. Look up 'How to get on in Society' John Betjamin. Says it All !
Nice happy friendly couple. and what a stunning train! Do you have a part 2? The most spectacular scenery would have been nearing Cape Town. The only negative comment I have is that a shabby old t-shirt looks so out of place in such a posh dinning car, like wearing shorts and sandals to the Oscars ;-)
Dining Etiquette:always start from the outside going inward toward the plate, Salad , Dinner , dessert.
is it weird that I learned that from the movie Titanic? lol
Salad for a starter ? Must be american..
This is Awesome
I'm so jealous but excited for you guys!!!! Goal #101
yo u making good videos.i like very much.
Welcome to India sir thank you 😊🙏💖
Thank you for sharing
that looks like so much fun
I really enjoy your videos
Great job!
Loved your video. Would have preferred if the screen didn’t move that much though. Trust you both had an awesome train journey!
Awesome guys!!!!! All the best and you have literally set life goals for me and my partner in crime 😂😂😂😂😂😂
I am fallowing you from istanbul...i learned excursion today. 😊
Beautiful
It reminds me of the Emirates airlines!
Best train vlog ever .....loved it ...❤
I would totally have to take a shower on a moving train, this train ride looks amazing!!
Very nice video. Thanks for posting. btw.... what was the total cost for the trip?
Thank you!
I took this trip last year. Be prepared to see some awful slums ("informal settlements") along the rail tracks in some places. I was told many of these settlements are immigrants from outside of SA
I hoped you tipped the butler well after giving him all that trouble.
JAchica11
From the looks of it I don't think he was very busy, it seemed like they were the only passengers onboard.
I do not like the tipping culture, you have already payed for the service, so why should you pay extra after? What did you pay for in the beginning if not the service? I can maybe understand if they go far beyond their work describtion, but that is very rarely the case. So you are basically just tipping them for doing their job and what you have already pay for.
What for - it's their job.
@@heww3960 the issue is that waiters etc... Get underpaid in the first place. Everybody is free tip or not tip, but I think that if u have that kind of money to travel and eat like they do, tipping is the least they could do in a place like south Africa.
come to india & experience the Golden Chariot or the Palace on Wheels..you will see what luxurious trains actually mean!
Now I'm even grumpier when daily traveling with Deutsche Bahn
This is the relationship I’m dying to have ❤️
so you are here.. and i've been searching you throught my life 😍
@@sahibaat__1990 good attempt. Did it work? Lol
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He is Gay idiot . He is Gay . Everyone here knows ! idiot !
You should travel on the Belmond Andean Explorer (Perú) someday! It’s more than beautiful!!
Such a beautiful video there should have been 455M views and 3.5M likes
Wow. Looking back on some of these vids, Jess you look like Evan Rachel Wood (Dolores from Westworld)~!
Interesting to see this. My trip of a lifetime on the Blue Train was way back in 1972 and apart from tech upgrades, it looks like the service back then was like this. Do they still have the shoe slide - you put your shoes in after going to the Big Hole and they're cleaned overnight? Kimberley more organised now it seems. Shame you missed out on the descent and arrival in Cape Town - very scenic.
You two are so cute, thanks for posting!
Those cocktails got to them at the end of the video! 😂